Events Manager

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC seeks an Events Manager within the Anesthesiology department. The role oversees catering and both internal and external events for faculty, staff and leadership, coordinating with finance, CME, and affiliated foundations.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, strong budgeting and communication skills, and preference for experience in a university setting. Evening or weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related discipline is required.
• Experience planning events in a university or healthcare setting is preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel and attendee tracking software is desired.
• Strong communication and public relations skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all catering and internal and external events for the Department of Anesthesiology.
• Coordinate with Finance, CME office, UNCH Foundation and other units as needed.
• Assist with Carolina Refresher Course planning, budgeting, sales, communications and CME credit delivery.
• Support provider recruitment and fundraising events and related administrative operations.

Skills

Event planning

Public relations

Attendee tracking

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related discipline

Tools

Excel

WordPress

Adobe Creative Suite

Constant Contact

List management

Job description

Posting Information

• Department: Anesthesiology-413601


• Career Area: Administrative/Clerical Support


• Is this an internal only recruitment?: No


• Posting Open Date: 10/12/2026


• Application Deadline: 10/22/2026


• Position Type: Permanent Staff (SHRA)


• Position Title: Business Services Coordinator - Journey


• Salary Grade Equivalent: NC09 / GN07


• Working Title: Events Manager


• Position Number: 20065726


• Vacancy ID: P021450


• Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited: Full-Time Permanent


• Hours per week: 40


• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm


• Work Location: CHAPEL HILL, NC


• Position Location: North Carolina, US


• Hiring Range: $43,329 - $55,799


• Pay Band Information: To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.


• Notice to Applicants: This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow's healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

The Events Planner reports to the Business Operations Manager and serves the UNC School of Medicine Department of Anesthesiology. This position will oversee all catering, and internal and external events for the department. This includes support for all faculty and faculty leadership, the CRNA team, and staff. Residency and Fellowship program and Research team assistance may be assigned as needed. Events may include ordering materials, food and beverage, contract negotiation and facilitating payment, booking venues, event communications, onsite logistics, virtual and in‑person management of events and associated customer service.

This position will coordinate with Finance team, School of Medicine CME office, the UNCH Foundation, and other university or hospital system units as needed. This position will assist with, and eventually lead, administration for the Carolina Refresher Course, an annual Continuing Medical Education conference that requires year‑round planning, budgeting, sales, communications and marketing, customer service, onsite logistics and CME credit delivery.

This position also supports provider recruitment efforts by booking CRNA representative participation in regional and national conferences, supports fundraising initiatives by planning annual Alumni and UNC‑affiliated events, and will support general administrative operations as needed.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences

• Preference for candidates planning events in a university setting.


• Working knowledge of production and public relations preferred.


• Excel, form creation and attendee tracking software, and email services preferred.


• Experience with email services such as Constant Contact, website platforms such as WordPress, and Adobe Creative Suite preferred.


• Prefer someone with experience with list management software such as databases.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Evening work occasionally, Weekend work occasionally

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/326733

Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.